Category: Prophet Insight

Speaking Spiritual Truths: Navigating Through Uncertainty

“The house of the wicked will be destroyed, but the tent of the upright will flourish, There is a way that seems appears to be right, but in the end, it leads to death” (Prov. 14:11-12) Insights and Reflections by Minister A. Francine Green “The house of the wicked will be destroyed, but the tent of the upright will flourish.…

Israel’s Desire for a King: A Biblical Reflection

A Turning Point in Israel’s History and Its Lessons for Today “So all the elders of Israel gathered together and came to Samuel at Ramah. They said to him, “You are old, and your sons do not follow your ways; now appoint a king to lead[ us, such as all the other nations have.” (1 Sam. 8:4-5) The Desire for a King The story…

The Erosion of Democracy and Its Impact on Christianity

“He has told you, mortal one, what is good;And what does the Lord require of youBut to do justice, to love ]kindness,And to walk humbly with your God?” (Micah. 6:8) Reflections on Integrity, Justice, and Faith in a Fractured Society Throughout human history, the principles of democracy have often intersected with the tenets of the Christian faith. They weave a tapestry of shared values like justice, human dignity,…

What Does It Mean to Judge Righteously?

“Do not judge by appearances, but judge with right judgment” (Jn. 7:24). A Biblical Perspective on Discernment and Justice Judging righteously, as described in John 7:24, is a profound concept. It is spiritually grounded. It calls for fairness, truth, and alignment with God’s principles. Jesus instructs, “Do not judge according to appearance, but judge with righteous judgment.” This statement highlights…

The Divine Calling of Justice: A Personal Journey

The subject of justice has always held a deep fascination for me. Yet, it wasn’t until my ordination ceremony in 2017 that I began to understand why. This was a pivotal moment. I stood before the presbytery when the minister asked me a question. It struck a profound chord within me: “Do you have a justice calling on you?” From…

Overcoming Injustice: Drawing Strength from the Hebrew Prophets’ Wisdom and Vision

“But let justice roll down like waters And righteousness like an ever-flowing stream” (Amos 5:24). Social Justice is a big topic today, along with Critical Race Theory, Marxism …. A plethora of books have been written on the subject with titles like: Social Justice Jesus, Christianity and Wokeness, Christianity and Social Justice, Social Justice Goes to Church, and many others. While…

Trusting in God’s Divine Plan: Lessons from Habakkuk – Part 2

“For the vision is yet for the appointed time; It hurries toward the goal and it will not fail. Though it delays, wait for it; For it will certainly come, it will not delay long.” (Habakkuk 2:3) PROPHETS DON’T SEE THE WORLD THE WAY OTHER PEOPLE DO. Prophetic practice, as evidenced in the Old Testament, consists in the courage, freedom, and…